9 Big Differences Between The Life Of Pi Movie And Book

The film shows Pi first coming to an understanding of religion from his mother, who is portrayed as far more religious in the film. She supports his quest to learn about different religions and seems to have a special place in her heart for her younger son. The closer relationship the two share in the film gives more meaning to the second tale Pi utters to the Japanese men who come to see him after he washes ashore.